Sunday Pearls: Emily in Paris (and Rome), Hudson Valley Recs, New Michelin Key Hotels and More

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Welcome to Sunday Pearls, our weekly roundup of what we’re loving right now:

Have you started the newest episodes of Emily in Paris yet? Frederic magazine just shared a look at the gorgeous locations featured in this season (including a trip to Rome!).

We also enjoyed this deep dive into luxury hotels featured on the small and big screen.

In London or heading there this week? Design darling Matilda Goad created a super chic hardware store pop-up in Notting Hill; it’s only open through Sept. 26 so head over soon!

Fall is such a lovely time to visit the Hudson Valley. Emma Austen Tuccillo, creator of And North, a curated guide to Upstate New York, just shared her Hudson Valley favorites with YOLO Journal here.

It’s just about last call to experience Jenny Holzer: Light Line at the Guggenheim – the exhibition closes Sept. 29.

We’re always adding a few new books to the coffee table…right now our Amazon cart includes: Helen Frankenthaler: Painting Without Rules by Douglas Dreishpoon, Cabana Anthology: The Anniversary Edition by Martina Mondadori, David Hockney: Paper Trails by Shai Baitel, New English Interiors by Elizabeth Metcalfe, Alpine Style by Kathryn O’Shea-Evans and Il Dolce Far Niente by Lucy Laucht.

A few fall fashion finds we’re considering: this wool wrap trench coat, this embroidered dress, this classic cashmere crewneck, these cap-toe flats, these jeans (additional washes and sizes here) and this ring from a favorite French fine jewelry brand.

Michelin announced another round of top hotel picks this week under its new “key” rating system; a few of the latest U.S. additions include Wildflower Farms in Upstate New York, The Celestine in New Orleans and Blackberry Farm in Tennessee. You can see all of the Michelin Key hotels in the U.S. here, and learn more about the ranking system and international Key hotels here.

WILDFLOWER FARMS

Home tours that have us inspired this week: 1940s Spanish architecture meets modern oasis in Palm Springs; a revamp of Rudolph Valentino’s former Bel Air guesthouse; a mansard roof historic beauty in Massachusetts; and a fashion industry duo’s stylish Paris apartment.

Take a look at Eater’s 16 best cookbooks of fall 2024, including new releases from Martha Stewart, Dolly Parton and Yotam Ottolenghi.

Wine bar and bistro Barr Seco just opened in Los Angeles’ Silver Lake neighborhood, drawing a large crowd on opening night. Jos Gozain (Santo co-founder), Chef David Potes and creative director Olivia Lopez teamed up to create the design-forward space serving Latin and Japanese influenced fare and natural wine.

Inspired By: Le Grand Mazarin, Paris

We’re taking a peek into one of Paris’s most spectacular (and inspiring!) hotels, Le Grand Mazarin. Designer Martin Brudnizki, who is responsible for interiors at Annabel’s in London, Splendido in Portofino, as well as numerous other hotspots around the world, transformed the 14th century building in Le Marais into a stunning property with layered and unexpected design details throughout.

Le Grand Mazarin’s color palette, patterns and textures provide the perfect jumping off point to inspire a roundup of fashion, home and beauty finds; just tap on each item below for the details.

Photography by Vincent Leroux via Le Grand Mazarin

Stay At: Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra

Waking up to views of the Taj Mahal? Yes, please. Each guest room at The Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra, India overlooks the nearly 400-year-old Mughal masterpiece, which is located just 1,800 feet away.

Location: Agra, India.

Rooms: 95 rooms and 7 suites.

Amenities: Two restaurants, bar, lounge, spa, wedding & event spaces.

What We Love: Every detail is so beautiful! Hundreds of artisans spent years completing the palatial property’s stonework, tiling and hand-painted murals. The 5-star resort is spread across nine acres of gardens and pavilions, with a large sunken terraced swimming pool. The rooms are well-appointed, with bay windows and balconies opening to amazing views of the Taj Mahal. The staff is so welcoming and lovely, going above and beyond at every opportunity. The food is great, starting with a breakfast buffet and a la carte options (plus early morning coffee and pastry service before heading to catch the sunrise at the Taj Mahal), and you can enjoy both traditional Indian dishes and Italian-influenced fare for lunch and dinner. While many guests choose to visit for just one night to experience the local sights (Taj Mahal, as well as the Tomb of Itmad-ul-Daulah aka Baby Taj and Agra Fort) and then move on to their next destination, the Oberoi Amarvilas is such an exceptional spot that we recommend allowing enough time to enjoy the resort as well (the swimming pool is truly something special!).

Planning a visit to Agra? Take advantage of 10% off tours at Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, Agra Fort and more by booking here with the code ‘SUMMERAUG10’ (must book by 9/12/24 to receive the discount). Email hello@allthepearls.com if you have questions or would like to chat about an upcoming trip!

the Taj mahal

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